Natural Resource ManagementProgramme 03 / 03
Generations of local know-how on conserving water, forests, and soil — carried forward alongside modern conservation science, not replaced by it.
The programme recognizes the importance of traditional knowledge and practices developed by local communities over generations. Indigenous methods of conserving water, protecting forests, maintaining soil fertility, and managing natural resources are encouraged alongside appropriate modern conservation practices. This approach helps preserve valuable community knowledge while supporting sustainable environmental management.